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Pair of Studs

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Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1880-1910

GUSN

GUSN-100934

Description

Pair of oval silver studs with raised fleur de lis design in center, silver fastener on reverse.

Details

Descriptive Terms

fasteners
silver (metal)
STUD

Inscription

"STERLING" (Stamp)

Additional Identification Number

377

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

1/2 in (A-B) x 3/16 in (A-B) (WxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Museum Accession

Accession Number

2007.15.184ab

Reference Notes

For more information on cuff links and studs see Fales, Martha Gandy, "Jewelry in America, 1600-1900," (1995):178-179; Hinks, Peter, "Victorian Jewelry," (1991).

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